Hoxha Meets Albanians in Michigan: We Will Open a Consulate General in Detroit, Bringing the State Closer to Citizens
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha took part in Prime Minister Edi Rama’s meeting and discussion with the Albanian community in Michigan, United States of America. In a post on X, the Minister described the meeting as an open and direct discussion about Albania. Hoxha stressed that Albania …
Jorida Tabaku at EU–Albania Stabilisation and Association Parliamentary Committee Meeting: Parliament Is Weakening Its Role in the European Integration Process
Democratic Party MP Jorida Tabaku, a member and Vice-Chair of the EU–Albania Stabilisation and Association Parliamentary Committee, raised concerns over the weakening of Parliament’s role in the legislative process and Albania’s path towards European integration. During the latest meeting of the SAPC, held in Tirana, Tabaku reaffirmed the opposition’s and …
Changes in Albania’s Diplomatic Corps, Uran Ferizi to Head Permanent Mission to the OSCE
Changes are expected to take place in Albania’s diplomatic corps. Sources told Euronews Albania journalist Eksiola Shehu that Uran Ferizi is expected to be appointed head of Albania’s Permanent Mission to the OSCE. Ferizi is currently Albania’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom. Upon taking up his new post, he will …
State Budget Revenues Rise, Eight-Month Target Exceeded
Budget revenues continued to increase, slightly exceeding the planned target during the first eight months of 2026. According to preliminary fiscal data, around 557.6 billion lekë was collected in state revenues, representing 100.1% of the target for the January–August period. Public spending also increased. During the first eight months of …
Thousands of People Living with Dementia in Albania, Experts: It Is Also Appearing at Younger Ages
An estimated 36,000 people in Albania are living with dementia, while specialists are raising concerns about the condition also appearing at younger ages. In Elbasan, 50 researchers and experts from 20 countries discussed this challenge and presented new findings on the condition at the “Ethics and Dementia” conference. “Several factors …
Week 5 of Albania’s top-flight football season concludes
Egnatia closed Week 5 of the Abissnet Superiore with a 2-1 win over Partizani at Egnatia Arena on Sunday evening. Loukili and Albanese scored for the Rrogozhina side. Earlier on Sunday, Tirana drew 2-2 with AF Elbasani at home. Vora and Skënderbeu also drew 1-1 on Saturday. Dinamo City recorded …
Interior Minister Demo: Joint investigation teams have increased fivefold
Interior Minister Ervin Demo said Albania has increased the number of joint investigation teams fivefold over the past five years. He made the statement at the 42nd conference of the European Chapter of the FBI National Academy Associates, an organization representing graduates of the FBI National Academy. Albania is hosting …
More Than 51,000 Visitors Explore Vlora Heritage Sites, Porto Palermo Castle Most Popular
Cultural heritage monuments and archaeological parks in Vlora County are becoming an increasingly important part of tourist itineraries. Thousands of local and foreign visitors explored these sites during the tourism season. Orges Feimi, Director of the Regional Directorate of Cultural Heritage in Vlora, told ATA that seven monuments and archaeological …
Albania marks 12 years since Pope Francis visited Tirana
Albania marks 12 years since Pope Francis made his historic visit to Tirana on September 21, 2014. It was his first visit to a European country outside Italy after he became head of the Catholic Church. He spent about 12 hours in Tirana, delivering a speech at the Presidency and …
“Kulla Hupi” in Bulqiza Welcomes Domestic and Foreign Tourists
“Kulla Hupi” in Bulqiza stands as a notable example of agribusiness development. The project combines the efforts of a rural entrepreneur with government support through the Agency for Agricultural and Rural Development (AZHBR). Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images of the agribusiness on social media today. The site has become …
Prime Minister Edi Rama responded to opposition demands for explanations regarding the appointment of Vlora Hyseni as head of Albania’s State Intelligence Service (SHISH). In a message from Mother Teresa International Airport, Rama said that Hyseni’s appointment to lead the State Intelligence Service was also based on assessments and references …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said that during his years in politics he may have made mistakes, but, according to him, no one can accuse him of acting against Albania’s interests. In a video message from Mother Teresa International Airport, Rama said that various accusations may have been made against him, …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said that the justice reform has created a justice system that, according to him, operates independently of political power. Rama said the reform was an achievement of himself and the Socialist Party (PS), describing it as a process through which political power handed the “sword of …
Albania opened their UEFA Nations League campaign with a 2-0 victory over Belarus at the Air Albania Stadium in Tirana on Saturday. Kristjan Asllani put Albania ahead from the penalty spot in the 34th minute, before Ernest Muçi doubled the lead shortly before half-time after an assist from Elseid Hysaj. …
The European Union has sent a clear message from Brussels regarding Albania’s justice system, expressing confidence in and support for SPAK in the investigation and prosecution of organized crime. The statement came in response to questions concerning the case of former SHISH director Vlora Hyseni, who has been placed under …
President of the Republic Bajram Begaj welcomed the new U.S. Ambassador to Albania, Eric Wendt, at the Presidency this Saturday, where the ambassador officially presented his Letters of Credence, marking the start of his diplomatic mandate in the country. During the ceremony, the Head of State wished Ambassador Wendt success …
“The General” Officially Takes Up Role as U.S. Ambassador to Albania — Who Were His 10 Predecessors?
Eric Wendt has officially taken office as the United States Ambassador to Albania, bringing a confirmed ambassador back to the helm of the U.S. diplomatic mission in Tirana after nearly three years. This Saturday, Wendt presented his credentials to President Bajram Begaj, officially beginning his mandate in Albania. He succeeds …
The new United States Ambassador to Albania, Eric Wendt, officially presented his credentials to President Bajram Begaj this Saturday. In an official statement, the US Embassy in Tirana welcomed the new ambassador, noting that during his meeting with President Begaj, the strong strategic partnership between the two countries was reaffirmed. …
Florin Hoxha, Florida Hoxha and Eris Cani are the three Albanians reported missing beneath the rubble of a building that collapsed following a powerful explosion in the Plaka area of Athens. Florin Hoxha and Florida Hoxha are brother and sister, while Eris Cani is Florida Hoxha’s husband. They are among …
Citizens and activists took to the streets this Saturday for another protest, which has now entered its 119th day. As they have done every afternoon, after 6:30 p.m., protesters initially gathered in Skanderbeg Square, chanting slogans such as: “Your time is up,” “A New Albania,” and “Rama, resign.” After gathering …